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01-08-2015, 05:31 PM
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The Hamilton Express
1971 27' Overlander
Chicago
, Illinois
Join Date: Dec 2014
Posts: 20
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Meet The Hamilton Express!
Hello all!
I purchased a '71 Overlander and plan to renovate the interior this winter/spring. I'll post updates as I go along and will have lots of questions as I am a newbie at this. I'm going to gut most of the interior in January and check the subfloor and frame to see what kind of shape they are in. I plan on going for a modern interior look. I welcome suggestions, comments, laughs and accolades.
I'm shooting for June to be able to take my first trip...I know I won't be done with all of it but we will see how far I can get. I'm in Akron, OH in case anyone wants to stop by and say hello. If anyone is interested in some of the original interior parts, let me know. I'm looking to replace most of them.
Why Hamilton Express? My 3 yr old French Bulldog is named Hamilton and he is excited to meet you all at a rally.
Looking forward to lots of work and fun.
Adam
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01-08-2015, 06:32 PM
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Rivet Master
2002 31' Classic
Currently Looking...
Monroe
, Iowa
Join Date: Jun 2014
Posts: 649
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Hi Adam. Nice looking trailer. Welcome to the forums. You have a lot more ambition than I have. I'll be one of those watching from the sidelines, admiring your work.
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01-08-2015, 07:10 PM
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GlamperGirl
Join Date: Oct 2014
Posts: 377
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So cool Adam!
Welcome!!
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01-11-2015, 10:23 AM
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1 Rivet Member
1971 27' Overlander
Mt Pleasant
, South Carolina
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 6
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Hey Adam!
Welcome to the forum! I too just bought a 1971 Overlander a few months ago and I'm in the process of restoration. We're keeping ours mostly original. I was wondering, are you planning on keeping the Dometic Refrigerator? Ours has a warped door that won't close, so I'd be interested in purchasing yours off of you if it still works and is in good condition. If not, I'd be interested in just the door. Good luck with your restoration. Im looking forward to following your progress!
Ashley
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01-11-2015, 10:41 AM
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The Hamilton Express
1971 27' Overlander
Chicago
, Illinois
Join Date: Dec 2014
Posts: 20
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Hi Ashley. The fridge was replaced by PO w a non-RV fridge. Will prob replace w something that fits under the new counter. Can't wait to share stories and tips. Keep in touch.
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01-11-2015, 12:06 PM
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2 Rivet Member
Vintage Kin Owner
Vermilion
, Ohio
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 38
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How much for the fish?
Mike
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01-11-2015, 12:19 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1974 27' Overlander
Twisp
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 73
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Hi, Adam! Hey, I'd be interested in any and all tambour, I have a '74 that's in dire need. Let me know your price, thanks.
Dave
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01-11-2015, 12:37 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2007 25' International CCD FB
The Woodlands
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 71
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The trailer looks like a good find - looking forward to following the restoration.
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01-11-2015, 01:25 PM
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Rivet Master
2015 30' International
FREDERICK
, Maryland
Join Date: Jan 2014
Posts: 526
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Subscribe to follow your renovation. Are you gutting the interior? What are you plans at this point?
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01-11-2015, 02:19 PM
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Rivet Master
1972 29' Ambassador
Boynton Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Dec 2013
Posts: 568
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I've been working on my '72 for a little over a year now, it's a ton of fun! If you gut yours, don't be afraid to take it out and enjoy it! Consider it a really large tent, and use whatever old camping gear you have laying around. Actually living in it for short periods really helped my design, and pushed me to do some radical things to my interior that I otherwise wouldn't have thought of.
Though be warned to be sure to stock a lot of beverages. These "design meetings" can be a thirsty business!
The gory details of my project: '72 Ambassador makeover - Airstream Forums
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01-11-2015, 03:59 PM
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The Hamilton Express
1971 27' Overlander
Chicago
, Illinois
Join Date: Dec 2014
Posts: 20
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Watch me gut it in 100 seconds!
http://youtu.be/LHs96fn6EiU
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01-16-2015, 05:20 PM
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4 Rivet Member
1971 31' Sovereign
1973 29' Ambassador
1978 31' Sovereign
Palm Desert
, California
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 369
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I would be interested in your oven and cooktop if they're pretty clean. My cooktop is decent but the oven I bought on eBay just arrived today...damaged. UGH
I would be interested is some tambour also if daved20319 doesn't take it. I found a place in MN that sells a 4x8 sheet of tambour red oak veneer for $112 and $44 shipping so I may do that and stain to match.
VetekTinCan- I have a full size fridge I'm getting rid of. Condensation/ice swelled the insulation between the freezer and refrigerator so the door won't shut. I was told it would be cheaper to get a newer model. It's light blue inside
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01-16-2015, 11:29 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1971 27' Overlander
Mt Pleasant
, South Carolina
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 6
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Hey Craig- Thanks so much! I just ordered a new gasket... hoping that will fix it. If not though, I'll keep yours in mind!
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01-17-2015, 08:02 AM
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Rivet Master
1973 27' Overlander
Portsmouth
, Virginia
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 776
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I'm jealous, you have an indoor space to work in over the winter? Depending on skills and time available, 6 months might be a bit ambitious, generally I figure on things taking 3x as long as my original estimates, but it doesn't have to be absolutely complete before it hits the road.
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01-23-2015, 03:21 PM
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The Hamilton Express
1971 27' Overlander
Chicago
, Illinois
Join Date: Dec 2014
Posts: 20
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Now I've really done it....
Check out my latest blog post and see which composting toilet I chose and my grandiose plans to move the bathroom and add a bedroom. Wish me luck!
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02-07-2015, 12:49 PM
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The Hamilton Express
1971 27' Overlander
Chicago
, Illinois
Join Date: Dec 2014
Posts: 20
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Meet The Hamilton Express!
Now I've really really done it! Decided to gut the inside and start from scratch.
"There is never time to do it right....but there is always time to do it over!"
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02-07-2015, 09:18 PM
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The Hamilton Express
1971 27' Overlander
Chicago
, Illinois
Join Date: Dec 2014
Posts: 20
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02-08-2015, 04:30 AM
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Rivet Master
1972 29' Ambassador
Boynton Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Dec 2013
Posts: 568
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Quote:
Originally Posted by adamfried
Now I've really done it....
Check out my latest blog post and see which composting toilet I chose and my grandiose plans to move the bathroom and add a bedroom. Wish me luck!
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I did pretty much what you're doing to my Ambassador, adding a rear walk-around queen and a side bath with composting toilet. I went with Nature's Head, and like it. Except for the dumping of the pee bottle, that's pretty smelly and gross. Though the truth is, we haven't put the head to it's "ultimate" use, so I can't speak to that.
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03-15-2015, 05:30 PM
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The Hamilton Express
1971 27' Overlander
Chicago
, Illinois
Join Date: Dec 2014
Posts: 20
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More pics. Removed all non-essential wiring, took out Blk water tank, checked freshwater tank for leaks and she is all good, removed antenna on roof, pulling out air conditioner to make way for a new one. Ordered new LED lighting, new layout w mid-bath coming together. Two months till the Hamilton Express needs to be road-worthy!
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03-15-2015, 05:56 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2009 25' FB Flying Cloud
1973 31' Sovereign
Mount Angel
, Oregon
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 259
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Nice project!
Wow! I am so impressed by you people-who-have-no-fear. We are in the process of cleaning up a salvaged 2009 25 ft FC and I won't let my husband take anything out, for fear of not lining things up propery. Some of us have amazing skills, some of us just have elbow grease. You have a very interesting project. Best wishes!
Susan
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